NE44 6DY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Riding Mill in Riding Mill. Administratively it sits within Stocksfield and Broomhaugh ward and the Hexham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE44, NE44 6DY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 58 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE44 6DY are sourced from Output Area E00139854 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE44 6DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE44 6DY.
269
58
£ 0 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE44 6DY is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 94% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £445k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE44 6DY. The average age is 57.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 445,000
1 sales · Mean £ 445,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NE44 6DY has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Wellington Hotel0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Deli @ The Station0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Riding Mill0.3 km
- Stocksfield3.3 km
- Corbridge3.7 km
Bus Stops
- The Old Orchard0.1 km
- The Old Orchard0.2 km
- Railway station0.2 km
- Wellington0.2 km
- Wellington0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE446DY · Data under Open Government Licence